Construction Economics for July 27, 2026
Brad Rehnstrom2026-07-22T13:00:00+00:00ENR’s 20-city average cost indexes, wages and materials prices. Historical data and details for ENR’s 20 cities can be found at ENR.com/economics
How data center projects are reshaping extended stay hotel demand
Brad Rehnstrom2026-07-22T12:35:00+00:00
Extended stay executives from Choice Hotels, Wyndham and My Place weigh in on the growth opportunities and challenges surrounding the rapid expansion of data centers.
Maryland Issues RFQ for Main Span of Key Bridge Rebuild
Brad Rehnstrom2026-07-21T22:36:22+00:00The Maryland Transportation Authority is officially looking for a new design-build contractor for the rebuild of the Key Bridge after choosing to off-ramp the previously selected contractor earlier this year, and is still targeting a 2030 completion date.
Generation Toolbelt: Don’t make Gen Z construction workers pay for their vacations twice
Brad Rehnstrom2026-07-21T20:19:00+00:00
Whether working harder to earn the time away or opting for only bite-sized vacations, Gen Z doesn’t want extra interrogations to justify taking a break.
Builders kicked off their summer with project wins
Brad Rehnstrom2026-07-21T19:45:00+00:00
From stadiums to subways, leading builders have announced sizable contracts in the first part of the warmer season.
